λ RICHARD EURICH (BRITISH 1903-1992)SOLENT MIRAGE Oil on board Signed and dated 76 (lower left) inscribed and dated (verso)49.5 x 61cm (19¼ x 24 in.)Provenance:Alresford Gallery, WinchesterSale, Christie's, London, Modern British Art, 20 June 1996, lot 102 Richard Eurich is known to have painted two other 'mirage' paintings. In certain hot weather conditions, ships appeared to float above the horizon, a very strange effect captured by the artist in these works. With thanks to the Richard Eurich Estate and Christine Clearkin. This work will be featured in the forthcoming online Catalogue Raisonné. λ indicates that this lot may be subject to Droit de Suite royalty charges. Please see our Terms & Conditions for more information.